A single mom is in the process of reunifying with her 5-year-old son. The mother has just started working and currently does not have the resources to purchase a bed for the child. The mom is requesting assistance for a twin bed and bedding for the child. Fulfilling this need the mother will be able to provide the child a separate bed and sleeping space that he can call his. This will help the family during their reunification process. He likes the Bluey cartoon character

We are looking to partner with Pathway Valley Center and Valley Center Elementary School to provide mentors in the school-based setting. This would include the volunteer being matched with a student at the school for a duration of one hour per week for the 2025-2026 school year. Youth Horizons would provide free training to the volunteers, screening, and facilitating the partnership with the school on their behalf. This would allow a goal of up to 10 or more students to have a positive adult relationship within their life. Youth Horizons will work with counselors to help recruit students in need of a mentor or struggling in some form within their life.

We urgently need a toddler bed for this non-judicial case. We have worked with this family in the past with getting them some other items like clothing. This family has been struggling but mom is doing her best and has gotten other support for things like housing and a washer and dryer. Since the case is under multiple investigations, there is need for the extra bed since the sleeping conditions need to be monitored. Does not need to be new.

The agency is supporting a wonderful family of five, which includes three spirited boys aged 1, 5, and 6, along with a precious 4-year-old girl who is medically fragile. This loving family is in urgent need of gently used or new clothing for both the children and their devoted mother. Your kindness and generosity can make a meaningful difference in their lives!

A devoted and selfless cousin of five and aunt of two is opening her heart and home to adopt her beloved relatives, hoping to give them the safe, permanent family they deserve. She’s stepped up in love, but now faces a financial barrier that stands in the way of making it official.

With help from OhioKAN, she’s connected with an adoption attorney willing to work with her on a payment plan. Still, the required court fees—$893.01 for the initial filing and $206.00 for the family assessment—remain out of reach for her.

She’s doing everything she can to build a secure and loving future for these children. Any support toward covering these costs would be deeply appreciated and would bring her one step closer to making her family whole.

A single mom raising three children is in need of one large or two sm-med window unit air conditioners. After months of reaching out to her landlord she has finally been told that the central a/c will not be repaired and it is her responsibility to provide window units. She is currently unemployed and struggling with food security so purchasing these units is not feasible for her.

A family from Lincoln got a notice from the Health Department last week that their rental is being condemned due to lead poisoning. They will be moving out tomorrow and searching for another rental. The family needs some time to be able to find a home that fits their budget and time to be able to strengthen the health of their kids who have been impacted by the lead. We are hoping to provide the family with a one week hotel stay, some giftcards for meals and homecook meals while they are without a kitchen. This family is naturally on top of things; however, this has a large impact on them. What a great way to show and share the love of Jesus with them by stepping in.

This request is for a single mom who has four children- 11 years, 7 years, 1 year, & 2 months. She has no transportation, so she is walking the family everywhere. Given the ages of the children, they all have to go out together. The double stroller is for the 1 year-old and the baby, to make outings more feasible and safe. The donation can be new or gently used. You can drop the stroller off at Woodstock City Church or at Children's Haven, whichever is more convenient.

There is a family with four children, 3 of which are special needs, that got placed in police protective custody this week due to abuse. The children were removed and all 4 (ages 6,4,4,3) are needing beds for their placements. This is an evolving situation and other needs may arise, but the beds are the most immediate need. Thank you for any help you can provide!

A local family in need has been identified by our church. She lost her job and is trying to sell her house because otherwise she is going to lose it. This is one of those situations where circumstances have snowballed into a big mess. She's trying to get back on her feet, but the burden is heavy and discouraging. She needs a hand up. They have food for today and tomorrow. We would like to offer assistance with alleviating some of the bills that are piling up and helping the family to secure quality food options.

We are seeking the funds to pay their electricity bill so that the power can remain on, the phone bill so that she can maintain contact with their realtor as they try to sell the house, and funds for a grocery gift card.